Counterpoint
9780130807465

ISBN :
9780130807465

Publisher :
Pearson Education (us)

Author(s) :
Kennan, Kent

Publication Date :
29 Jul 1998

Edition :
4

Overview

Designed for courses in beginning and advanced counterpoint, this established text introduces the contrapuntal style of 17th and 18th century music through analysis and writing. While a limited understanding of contrapuntal elements may be gained through analysis alone, these elements are grasped in a more intimate way through the actual writing of contrapuntal examples. Also, by linking the study of counterpoint to music of a specific period, the text provides a clear model for students to emulate and a definite basis for the criticism of student work.